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As an experienced sparring partner for C-level executives, I conceptualize complex strategic programs and ensure their operational implementation. I combine the analytical depth of top management consulting with high execution speed to embed new operating models directly within client teams and achieve measurable P&L impact.
Core Competencies:
01 Go-to-Market Design & Market Intelligence
Development of company-wide visions and directly actionable market strategies based on sound analyses. Modeling of complex business and financial scenarios (P&L, Cashflow) and derivation of strategic growth levers to maximize market penetration and competitive advantages.
02 Organizational Development & Transformation
Design of future-proof Target Operating Models (TOM) and leadership of comprehensive transformation and change initiatives. Holistic organizational development (including agile transformations) that consistently aligns structures, roles, and cultural embedding with strategic goals.
03 Strategic Execution & Performance Steering
Establishment and management of strategic program management structures (PMO) to ensure maximum execution speed. Implementation of results-oriented governance at the executive level and development of data-based KPI frameworks for precise operational steering.
I offer the analytical depth of top management consulting combined with the personal responsibility of an independent consultant: Senior results without the overhead of an agency.
German
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Can work on-site
Wermelskirchen (up to 50km)
Experience
- SelbstständigStrategy & Transformation AdvisoryCONSULTING AND AUDITSJanuary 2026 - Today (5 months)Wermelskirchen, GermanyAs an experienced sparring partner for C-level executives, I conceptualize complex strategy programs and ensure their operational implementation. I combine the analytical rigor of top management consulting with high execution speed. I embed new operating models directly within client teams to achieve measurable P&L effects.My Core Competencies:01 Strategy Design & Market IntelligenceDevelopment of company-wide visions and actionable market strategies based on in-depth market analyses. Modeling of complex business and financial scenarios (P&L, Cashflow) and derivation of strategic growth levers to maximize market penetration and competitive advantages.02 Organizational Development & TransformationConception of future-proof Target Operating Models and leadership of comprehensive transformation and change initiatives. Holistic organizational development – including agile transformations – that aligns structures, roles, and cultural embedding with strategic goals.03 Strategic Execution & Performance SteeringEstablishment and management of strategic Program Management Offices (PMO) to ensure maximum execution speed. Implementation of results-oriented governance structures at the executive level and development of data-driven KPI frameworks for precise operational steering.I offer the analytical rigor of top-tier consulting and the personal responsibility of an independent consultant: Senior results without the overhead of a traditional management consultancy.
- Alinea & Company GmbHManaging ConsultantCONSULTING AND AUDITSAugust 2022 - December 2025 (3 years and 4 months)Cologne, GermanyOur passion is progress. Not stagnation – only targeted movement.As management consultants at Alinea & Company, we support you in identifying and successfully activating untapped potential within your organization.For faster results. For a better coexistence.Our service offering is based on three pillars that are inseparably linked.Unlock unrecognized potential from your organization with us.StrategyWe are experiencing a time when the balance of power in most markets is shifting. Together with our clients, we develop viable strategies that make a difference.Organizational PerformanceThis strategic guiding principle is an essential building block of success. Especially in markets where products are increasingly comparable and thus becoming commodities.Organizational TransformationCentering the business around the customer often means changing existing structures to enable agility and innovation – therefore, transformations are often unavoidable.
- ALDI NordChief of Staff & Project ManagerRETAIL (SMALL BUSINESS)February 2021 - July 2022 (1 year and 5 months)Essen, Germany
- Conception and management of company-wide agile transformation according to SAFe with the introduction of JIRA and Confluence
- Management of strategic task forces, including Value Tracking and Portfolio Prioritization
- Analysis and transformation of corporate governance
- Change and stakeholder management at C-level & Board level
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Education
- Master of Science (M.Sc.), Mannheim Master in ManagementUniversity of Mannheim2019Schwerpunkte: Strategie & Finance
- Master of Finance - Investment Management, ExchangeThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University2019